(1888PressRelease)
October 01, 2009 - Children with special needs face a variety of unique challenges as they grow and become members of the community. Because of this, parents of children with special needs should begin engaging in special needs planning as soon as possible. Planning for a future in which parents are no longer able to be primary caregivers will help ensure a child will be well cared for and live a productive, fulfilling life. Special needs planning will also benefit any siblings of a child with special needs who may at some point become involved in his or her care.
As a special needs attorney, Ms. Arkontaky understands the services that parents and family members provide for a child with special needs. This includes being an advocate, companion, job or career coach, chauffeur, money manager, social and recreational director, and guardian. Ms. Arkontaky provides advice and counsel to clients on the best plan for each situation, promoting independence and enhanced quality of life for both children and parents.
Independent Living, Inc., is a consumer-directed, cross-disability advocacy and service organization dedicated to promoting choice, self-determination, and total participation for individuals with disabilities. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life for persons with disabilities and to work toward a barrier-free society with opportunities for all persons to achieve their maximum potential.
At Littman Krooks, Ms. Arkontaky’s practice focuses on special education advocacy, special needs planning, trusts and guardianship for families of children with disabilities. She has devoted much of her time to assisting families so that they can have access to appropriate educational services for children with special needs.
She is a member of the New York State Bar Association, the Westchester Women’s Bar Association and the Elder Law Section of the Westchester Bar Association. She is also a member of the Family Support Services Consumer Council (”FSSCC”) of the Hudson Valley.
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